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KX03 LNK

2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,299 mi
Last recorded60,299 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet46,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 LNK
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 60,299 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 56,973 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 53,914 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Jul 2024 53,912 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides and n/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine management light on

Pass 3 Feb 2021 50,355 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 47,682 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 46,937 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2019 46,937 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 45,881 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 43,823 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 13 Jul 2015 42,130 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r cv boot has seepage

Pass 26 Jun 2014 39,467 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jul 2013 37,229 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 6 Jul 2012 34,645 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 34,645 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 32,221 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Jul 2011 32,221 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 29,233 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 26,131 miles

tailpipe corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2008 22,252 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 May 2007 17,275 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 12,956 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet?

Based on 92,662 MOT tests across 5,808 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
3,216
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
5,808
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,333
coil spring broken 1,144
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,132
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 813
Stop lamp not working 780
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet reliability report

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KX03 LNK is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 46,945 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX03 LNK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX03 LNK registered?

KX03 LNK is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 4 June 2003.

Is KX03 LNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX03 LNK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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